How to avoid falling prey to pickpockets
In order for you not to fall prey to pickpockets, avoid conversing or getting engrossed in conversations with strangers. Do not keep your stuff in a single locationAnother way of avoiding falling prey to pickpockets is to avoid keeping all your stuff in a single location. This will help avoid an embarrassing situation in a public place if you have been robbed by a pickpocket unknowingly. Avoid having too much cash on youWhen you are going to a public place without your car, it is best you carry a little cash. You can avoid falling prey to pickpockets if only you become more vigilant and conscious while in public places.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
July 25, 2022 00:22 UTC
Things that can damage your smartphone
Using a damaged cable or using the wrong chargerEvery smartphone is designed to accept a certain degree of electric voltage. Placing the phone on any heating appliance or device or using the smartphone under a hot temperature is a practice that can damage the hardware component of your smartphone, which might cause it to explode and cause physical damage to anybody close by. Placing smartphone under the pillowJust as humans need air to survive and breathe, so does your smartphone too. These things are bound to be but some practices can destroy the battery soon which would damage the smartphone in the long run. Your phone can stay up to date for as long as possible if you avoid these practices that can damage your smartphone.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
July 24, 2022 11:02 UTC
Ali crashes out of 100m hurdles in heats
Defending champion Nia Ali crashed out of 100m hurdles heats at the World Championships in Eugene. The 33-year-old American was leading the race until she hit her knee on the penultimate barrier. “I just let my technique get away from me and it cost me everything,” said Ali. A silver medallist at Tokyo 2020, Ali added it was the first time a fall like that had happened to her. She clocked 12.34secs to beat pre-race favourite Danielle Williams to the gold medal at the 2019 World Championships.
Source:Punch
July 24, 2022 10:31 UTC
Has Bitcoin bottomed out? – The Cryptonomist
The decline of Bitcoin’s value started round mid-November final 12 months. Therefore, it has been greater than a month because the value fell under the $18,000 mark, in reality lateralizing round $20,000. In actual fact, from March to April it had risen as excessive as $48,000 earlier than falling again under $38,000. There may be additionally one other element that means that one other collapse may be triggered, maybe within the coming months. Thus, it’s attainable to think about that the value might nonetheless fall under $11,000, or under $13,000 as some analysts nonetheless declare.
Source:The Guardian
July 24, 2022 09:51 UTC
Parents express satisfaction with Abuja school over technology hub
Parents of pupils at the New World Emerald Private School, Dutse, Abuja, have expressed satisfaction in the school’s high standard especially its hub for technology, coding and robotics. The parents made this known at the graduation ceremony of their children and wards on Saturday in Abuja. Mrs Maryam Momodu, another parent said she sent her wards to the school because she wanted improvement for them. Mr Raji Akeem, Head of Faculty and Resources Religion of the school told NAN that the school teaches not just academics, but morals. Master Oke Ipet’ Oluwaduro, the best graduating pupil in his set, said the school gave him a second chance.
Source:Punch
July 23, 2022 23:27 UTC
Nigerian port traffic manager, TTP, disowns chief operating officer as crisis rocks firm
The company managing traffic in Nigerian seaports, Transit Truck Park Limited (TTP) has denied reports of a shake-up in its management two weeks after a face-off with the Truck Union Council of Maritime Transport Unions Association (COMTUA). COMTUA had accused TTP of extortion through unauthorised tolls at the port and threatened the company with a lawsuit. TTP is a company managing port traffic in Apapa and Tincan Island through its electronic call-up system, Eto. In a statement issued on Saturday, the management of TTP accused the Chief Operating Officer, Temidayo Adeboye, of trying to force a change of leadership in the company. The entire board of directors of the Company as filed and certified at the Corporate Affairs Commission, Abuja, remains intact.”The post Nigerian port traffic manager, TTP, disowns chief operating officer as crisis rocks firm appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria.
Source:The Guardian
July 23, 2022 22:59 UTC
Unilorin V-C procures 62-seater bus for school
Prof.Abdulrasheed Adeoye, the Chairman of Parent-Teachers Association (PTA), University School, University of Ilorin (Unilirin), has commended the Vice Chancellor, Prof.Sulyman Abdulkareem, for procuring a bus for the school. Adeoye said on Saturday in Ilorin that the 62-seater bus would alleviate the problem of transportation for the school. Adeoye, a former Dean of Faculty of Arts, Unilorin, noted that the vice chancellor has always supported the PTA in its activities. Mr Mas’ud Salihu, the Head Teacher of the school, announced that five pupils of the school participated in the 2021 Commonwealth Essay Competition, with Omotola Ogungbade and Muhammad Raji winning silver and bronze medals, respectively. He added that Esther Adeyeye, Ayomide Adekanye and Joy Enahoro, were awarded Certificate of Participation.
Source:The Guardian
July 23, 2022 21:23 UTC
Missing children: Rituals to hold across Lagos State
Is there any cultural or spiritual explanation for the calamities befalling the community, especially recurring cases of missing children. Firstly, I cannot sit down in my office and tie the cases of missing children to the vacant stool. You are only basing your concern on the missing children but there are other challenges facing the residents of Otto. I grew up in this community and I never heard of anything like children missing. How far have you gone in maintaining local culture and tradition, especially as regards the reported cases of missing children in the community?
Source:Nigerian Tribune
July 23, 2022 20:45 UTC
Jonathan challenges W/African pharmacologists to spearhead research for vaccine production
>Former President Goodluck Jonathan has charged members of the West African Society of Pharmacology (WASP) to spearhead research for the production of vaccines to contain epidemics that are endemic in the sub-region. “The sub-region is in dire need of essential Covid-19 vaccines, following the imperative of tracking and halting its mutating variants. “We are now accustomed to hearing of the outbreak of new viral diseases, some of which are more prevalent in our part of the world. “One of such diseases is the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD)which has killed thousands in West Africa. In 2014 an outbreak in Guinea spread to many West African countries including Sierra Leone, Liberia and Nigeria.
Source:Punch
July 23, 2022 19:23 UTC
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World Russia, Ukraine seal grain deal in Istanbul 1 day ago Kyiv and Moscow on Friday penned a landmark agreement with Turkey and the United Nations Friday to unblock Ukraine's Black Sea grain exports after a Russian blockade raised fears of a global food crisis. In their first major deal after nearly five months of fighting, Russian and Ukrainian delegations signed individual agreements with Ankara and… FacebookTwitterWhatsAppTelegramWorld Pakistan celebrates its first woman to summit K2 1 day ago Pakistan on Friday celebrated Samina Baig becoming the first woman from the country to summit K2, the world's second highest mountain. The 31-year-old reached the top of the 8,611-metre (28,251-foot) peak early Friday as part of a seven-member local team, and was followed hours later by a second Pakistani woman, Dubai-based Naila Kiani. Prime Minister… FacebookTwitterWhatsAppTelegram
Source:The Guardian
July 23, 2022 19:02 UTC
Panic as gunmen kidnap doctor in Oyo community
Gun-wielding hoodlums have again stormed Surulere Local Government Area of Oyo State and abducted a man identified simply as Dr Rasheed. The man is said to have a private clinic where he treats patients from the communities in the area. The Police Pubic Relations Officer in the Oyo State Police Command, Adewale Osifeso, when contacted, said an investigation had begun into the incident. He said, “This administration is for peace and there is no other way we can achieve that or continue to achieve that except by prayers. If you isolate Oyo State, you will discover that the crime rate here is at its lowest ebb and we want to maintain that.
Source:Punch
July 23, 2022 16:55 UTC
Examination is over
Dear children, congratulations on the completion of your examinations. Aunty Yemi is awaiting your parents’ comments on your results by next weekend. Now that examinations are over, it is time to rest/relax your brain as well as body for the next six weeks. I pray that the holiday will be a refreshing time for you, no illness is permitted in your bodies by God’s mercy. Every Saturday on this column promises to be interesting throughout your holiday.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
July 23, 2022 15:39 UTC
2023: Labour party unveils Umeh, Nwoye, others as candidates in Anambra
The Labour Party (LP), on Friday, unveiled Senator Victor Umeh (Senate Anambra Central), Dr Tony Nwoye (Anambra North), Dr. Obinna Uzor (Anambra South) and others as candidates of the party for the 2023 general election in Anambra State. Addressing the gathering, the National Organisation Secretary of the party, Chief Clement Ojukwu, who performed the ceremony, said the unveiling which is ongoing Nationwide, is to inform Nigerians that the Labour Party was fully prepared for the 2023 election in all ramifications. In his remarks, the Party Presidential Candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, who was represented by Mr. Oseloka Obaze, said the Labour Party has come to renew, transformed and to free the country from the current security and social economic challenges. Labour party unveils Umeh Labour party unveils UmehIf you want to keep your job and excel in your career, you need to do as I say,” Janet Abegunde’s boss said to her one fateful day. Labour party unveils Umeh Labour party unveils UmehALSO READ FROM NIGERIAN TRIBUNETop 10 Business Ideas In Nigeria You Can Start With 100,000 Naira2023: Kwankwaso Will Not Be Deputy To Obi —NNPP
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July 23, 2022 10:39 UTC
On The Cover — The Guardian Nigeria News – Nigeria and World News
On The Cover The Many Faces Of Accelerate TV 10 Jul If there is one thing the past few years have taught us, it’s that the Nigerian entertainment industry is becoming a major player in the global scene. With production companies like Accelerate TV churning out award-winning content, providing a platform for talents, and developing indigenous streaming platforms, it’s safe to say that the sky is… FacebookTwitterWhatsAppTelegramOn The Cover Drug Abuse: An Epidemic Going Untamed 26 Jun Every year on June 26, the United Nations (UN) observes International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking with the aim of attracting global attention to the dangers that illegal and misuse of substances pose to society. Globally, about 200 million individuals use illegal substances like cocaine, cannabis, hallucinogens, opiates, and sedative-hypnotics, according to the… FacebookTwitterWhatsAppTelegramOn The Cover Funding A Booming Creator Economy in Africa 19 Jun When startups seek external finances, their options are often restricted to debt funding from the bank or equity funding from an investor. While getting this can be challenging in the early stages of the business for startups, it is more difficult for creators since their line of work is less established than the regular startup… FacebookTwitterWhatsAppTelegram
Source:The Guardian
July 23, 2022 10:29 UTC
Politics - Presidential assessment: Tinubu, Obi camps slam Atiku – Punch Newspapers
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Source:Punch
July 23, 2022 07:07 UTC